microtubule

[US]/ˈmaɪkrəʊˌtjuːbjuːl/
[UK]/ˈmaɪkroʊˌtjuːbjuːl/
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Translation

n.a microscopic tubular structure in cells, part of the cytoskeleton

Phrases & Collocations

microtubule structure

microtubule dynamics

microtubule assembly

microtubule organization

microtubule function

microtubule stability

microtubule transport

microtubule network

microtubule inhibitors

microtubule polymerization

Example Sentences

the microtubule structure is essential for cell division.

microtubules play a crucial role in maintaining cell shape.

drugs that target microtubules can be effective in cancer treatment.

microtubules are involved in intracellular transport.

disruption of microtubule dynamics can lead to disease.

researchers study microtubules to understand cellular processes.

microtubule-associated proteins are important for stabilization.

during mitosis, microtubules help segregate chromosomes.

microtubules can be visualized using fluorescence microscopy.

understanding microtubule function is key in cell biology.

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